Care habits that keep a mattress lasting longer

A good mattress serves for many years, and a few simple habits extend that noticeably.

Leave a new mattress uncovered for a few hours in the first weeks so the layers can breathe. After that, let the surface air for a moment whenever you change the sheets.

Rotate the mattress head to foot every few months. On dual-sided models you can also flip it with the season. This keeps the load from settling in one place.

A breathable protector keeps stains off the cover and the surface clean. Wash the protector regularly instead of the cover itself.